Sausage and Peppers Pasta

Pasta with sausage and peppers is a rich and flavorful dish, typical of home-style and comforting cuisine. I will provide you with a classic version of the recipe, with an all-Italian touch. Here are the ingredients and preparation:

Ingredients

• 320 g di pasta (such as penne or rigatoni)
• 250 g pork sausage
• 2 bell peppers (one red and one yellow for a colorful dish)
• 1 small onion
• 400 g tomato passata
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• A pinch of chili flakes (optional)
• Parmesan or grated Parmesan for garnish (optional)

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the peppers by removing the stem, seeds, and internal white parts. Cut them into strips or pieces, according to your preference.
2. Peel the onion and chop it finely.
3. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
4. Remove the sausage casing, crumble it, and add it to the skillet. Let it brown for a few minutes until it starts to take on color.
5. Add the peppers to the skillet with the sausage and let cook for about 10 minutes, until they soften.
6. Pour the tomato passata into the skillet, add salt, pepper, and chili if you like it a bit spicy. Let everything cook for about 15-20 minutes, until the sauce has reduced and the flavors have well combined.
7. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions to achieve al dente pasta.
8. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sausage and peppers sauce. Mix well to ensure the pasta is flavored with the sauce.
9. Serve hot, with a sprinkle of Parmesan or grated Parmesan if desired.

This is a simple dish but one that allows you to appreciate the flavors of Italy. Enjoy!